A general release, while signed by a particular individual, also releases other parties from any liability stemming from the underlying matter, whether those parties are named or unnamed in the release. The effects of a release can be far-reaching and unintended and can affect the rights of the client if the release carelessly relinquishes the […]
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In many car accident cases, the jury must determine which driver is at fault, as it may not be entirely clear from the evidence presented. Usually if a driver is negligent, or did not use reasonable care or caution while driving, he or she will be at fault. However, there are times when the courts […]
The statute of limitations for filing a malpractice claim will vary by both time period allowed for filing as well as by jurisdiction. In Pennsylvania, the statute of limitations is two years for tort claims and four years for contract claims. In Delaware, the statute is three years for tort claims; Delaware does not recognize […]
As an experienced Media Employment Attorney I am regularly asked about overtime and wage laws. As an employer you should be concerned with whether or not you’re required to pay your employees overtime or even minimum wage. Not all employees are eligible for overtime, nor are they eligible for the minimum wage. The minimum wage […]
When I get calls as a Media Personal Injury Attorney from potential clients who have been injured on the job, one of their first questions is, “Am I limited to the workers’ compensation set forth under the state statute?” In most cases, the answer is yes. If you were injured as a result of some […]
As an experienced Media Real Estate Attorney I am often asked about the common mistakes people make when buying or selling real estate. One of the biggest mistakes we see when people are buying and selling real estate is signing the agreement before they talk to their lawyer. If you want your lawyer to function […]
When making a vehicle damage claim after an accident, there are several things to consider, especially if the insurance company says your car is a total loss. The first is which insurance will pay for the damage to your car, yours or the insurance of the other driver. The insurance that covers the damage depends […]
As an experienced Media Accident Lawyer, I got a call the other day from a potential client who had been injured in an accident that involved multiple wrongful parties. One of the parties wanted to settle with her early on and she reached out to us because she was curious about the potential effect settling with that […]
If you’re incapacitated and you have executed a power of attorney, the agent you designate in the power of attorney will work for your best interest and on your behalf. If you do not have a power of attorney, you could petition the court to have a guardian appointed for you. Has a loved one […]